Guide | How To How to Uninstall OneDrive client from Windows 10 (Guide)

[Ink]

How to Completely Uninstall OneDrive client from Windows 10 (All Editions) - NO GPEDIT REQUIRED

Figure 1: NoMoreOneDrive

Uninstall OneDrive client software from Windows 10​

Open the Run command [

+R] window and type:

%appdata%

• Press [Alt+Up Arrow] to Go Up a folder to view:
  • Local
  • LocalLow
  • Roaming
• Double-Click on Local folder to open
• Scroll down to Microsoft\OneDrive\17.x.xxxx.xxxx (versions may differ)

Spoiler: Browsing Appdata (GIF)

Figure 2: Browsing Appdata folder to find 17.x.xxxx.xxxx

• Open the folder 17.x.xxxx.xxxx
• Hover over OneDriveSetup.exe
• Hold [Shift] + [Right-Click] and click Copy as Path from the context menu

Spoiler: Copy as Path (IMAGE)

Figure 3: Copy as Path

Open the Run command [

+R] window and type:

C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDrive\<17.x.xxxx.xxxx>\OneDriveSetup.exe /uninstall

• Replace <username> and <17.x.xxxx.xxxx> with your details and version number.
• Warning: The /uninstall argument will remove OneDrive from your Windows 10 PC.
• Click OK to proceed

2. Remove OneDrive from File Explorer Pane​

Download Winaero Tweaker (freeware, no adware) from Winaero.com.

• Run as administrator
• Expand File Explorer > Navigation Pane - Default Items
• Uncheck OneDrive
• Close all programs
• Sign out

Spoiler: Using Winaero Tweaker (IMAGE)

Figure 4: Remove OneDrive from File Explorer

• Finally, log back in to Windows 10

Extra Notes:

For those concerned about OneDrive UWP app from the Windows Store.

• Start > All Apps > [Right-Click] OneDrive > Uninstall

Looking to re-install OneDrive client software onto Windows 10? Click HERE to see guide.

Words from @Huracan: I understand there may be automated tools available or other easier methods, but I like to show how you can DIY, so you know how in the future. Thank you for reading.

 

[ng4ever]

Does this get rid of onedrive permeantly even if there Is a new Windows 10 update?

 

[Ink]

I have not seen OneDrive client return since I removed it months ago. As for major updates such as the upcoming Anniversary Update this summer, I cannot comment.